Our volunteers and staff are ready to take your group on a journey of discovery. Submit a request to start exploring the wonders of Larimer County.
Our volunteers and staff are ready to take your group on a journey of discovery. Submit a request to start exploring the wonders of Larimer County.
Guided Hike
Participants will:
Observing Nature's Wonders includes the topics and activities listed above. It can be tailored to your group or topics covered may depend on the Naturalist.
If you have interest in a specific topic, we are open to discussion. Our Naturalists lead programs on geology, wildlife, plants, local history and more! Write a suggestion in your request form and we'll do our best to accommodate it.
We welcome groups no larger than 60 people. Groups will be split into 2-4 smaller groups of 15 or less participants each with their own Naturalist.
Most special request guided hikes are 2-3 miles. This distance may vary depending on the location and trail.
Available locations and trails are listed below. You'll select your preference when you submit a request form.
Check Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX) at https://trails.colorado.gov/ for the most up-to-date trail conditions, closures, and alerts.
Most programs are about 3 hours in length. We include time for lunch and can adjust the time if needed.
It depends on the time of year and location. March through October programs are typically scheduled on weekdays starting at 9:00 am or 3:00 pm. We try to avoid high visitation periods as parking can be limited. Some locations see less visitation and therefore may have more flexibility. October through April programs are scheduled Monday - Saturday at any time.
When we receive your request, we'll work with you to find the best date & time for your group.
Yes. Naturalists can lead hikes on geology, wildlife, native plants, habitats, local history, responsible recreation and more! Suggest a topic in your request form and we'll do our best to accommodate it.
No. We welcome anyone who has a desire to learn! We can do special requests for scout troops, homeschools, youth groups, meet-ups, senior centers, social clubs, recreation clubs, summer camps, community group, schools, etc.
We welcome participants with special needs to our programs. Please let us know how we can best prepare by including this information in the Special Accommodations section of the request form. We ask that an aide or assistant, who is familiar with the participant, accompanies them to the program.
No. We can do Naturalist led talks at a single location such as a picnic pavilion or in a classroom if a hike is not a good option for your group. You can include additional information on the request form that will guide us in providing the appropriate setting for the program.
We require at least two weeks advanced notice. On the request form, you'll see available dates. Selecting an alternative date provides us with flexibility.
Submit a Special Request Guided Hike form in Offero. You'll need to create an account; your name, phone number and email are all that is required.
Once we receive your request, we'll be in contact to discuss details and/or confirm the date. If you have questions, contact Julie Enderby at 970-619-4552 or jenderby@larimer.org
Julie Enderby
Education and Volunteer Supervisor
jenderby@larimer.org
(970) 619-4552